Institute for Conservation Leadership

“The president and treasurer of the board of directors reviewed the return which was then forwarded to the board of directors for review and discussion.”

“The institute for conservation leadership requires each board member to complete and sign a conflict of interest statement at the december board meeting on an annual basis. The institute expects all employees to use good judgment, to adhere to high ethical standards, and to avoid situations that create an actual or potential conflict of interest between the employee's interest and the interests of the institute. If an employee is unsure whether a certain transaction, activity, or relationship, including outside employment, constitutes a conflict of interest, they should discuss it with the administrative director. The president must approve any exceptions to this guideline in writing. The institute intends that this conflict of interest policy be interpreted fairly so that we do not create harsh results when a conflict arises. If an employee violates this policy unintentionally, the employee is given the opportunity (as determined by the president) to comply with the institute's policy. Failure to adhere to the established guidelines, including failure to disclose any conflicts or to seek an exception, may result in discipline, up to and including termination of employment.”

“Review of nonprofit salary surveys are conducted and reviewed annually to establish management compensation. A recommendation is submitted to the board executive committee. The president's compensation is approved by the board of director's executive committee. The process is documented, and a copy of the discussion is sent to the president's personnel file. All other employee compensation is approved by the board finance committee with the recommendation of the president. The last compensation review took place in january 2017.”

“The organization makes its governing documents, conflict of interest policy and financial statements available to the public upon request.”

“Program consultants: program service expenses 121,211. Management and general expenses 0. Fundraising expenses 0. Total expenses 121,211. Other professional fees: program service expenses 0. Management and general expenses 5,305. Fundraising expenses 5,532. Total expenses 10,837.”